Brand:

• FILCO

Functions:

• Film Former

Chemical Family:

• Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives

Processing Methods:

• Filament Winding, Pultrusion

Compatible Polymers & Resins:

• Epoxies (EP), Phenolics, Unsaturated Polyester (UPE)

Appearance:

• Milky liquid

Shelf LIfe:

• 12 months

Soluble In:

• Styrene

Technology:

• Composite Materials

Physical Form:

• Liquid

Characteristic:

• Pure epoxy resin
• Epoxy equivalent around 280 g/eq
• Narrow particle size distribution
• Hydrolysis and sedimentation stability from pH 2 to 12: min 48 hours
• High mechanical shear stability of the diluted emulsion

Compatible:

• Epoxy, Unsaturated polyester, Phenolic matrices

Material Features:

• Excellent Compatibility
• Good Sedimentation Stability
• High Hydrolysis Resistance
• High Shear Stability
• Low Molecular Weight
• Narrow Particle Size Distribution
• Tacky

Processing Information:

• FILCO® 309 is suggested as film former for glass fiber sizes for:
• Filament winding roving
• Pultrusion roving
• Weaving roving

Compatible Reinforcements:

• Carbon Fiber
• Glass Fiber

Compatible Polymers and Resins:

• Epoxies (EP)
• Phenolics
• Unsaturated Polyester (UPE)

Composite Materials Functions:

• Film Former

Composites Processing Methods:

• Filament Winding
• Pultrusion

Handling Conditions:

• FILCO® 309 should be stored in closed containers away from direct sun rays, at temperature between +15 and +35°C. In these conditions maximum suggested storage time is 12 months from production, in the original package. After that date product must be rechecked. Like all low-molecular-weight epoxies, FILCO® 309 can have formation of Crystals at temperatures below 15°C; in case it happens, product should be re-conditioned by mixing and stirring, following coim adivice.Prevent from freezing – thoroughly mix before use

Composite Materials — Additives

• Functional Additives